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PAD revolts against rally ban
News, Published on 05/08/2017
» The People's Alliance for Democracy (PAD) has defied a government warning to comply with the law regulating public assembly, arguing the group does not hold political rallies to pressure the government.
Veera blasts arrest warrant
News, Published on 16/03/2017
» Rights and anti-corruption activist Veera Somkwamkid has cried foul over an arrest warrant he faces in connection with internet survey findings he published showing people's alleged lack of confidence in the government.
An early release for Veera and Ratree? (updated)
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 29/12/2011
» Hopes are high that improved relations with Cambodia will lead to an early release for the two Thai activisits jailed there. Now it seems a prisoner exchange is possible.
Appeal to Thaksin
Published on 05/04/2011
» Family members of jailed TPN coordinator Veera Somkwamkid and his secretary Ratree Pipatanapaiboon have sought the help of ousted premier Thaksin Shinawatra to secure their release from prison in Cambodia.
PM makes his case
Published on 24/01/2011
» Alarmed by the prospect of larger protests over the Cambodian border issue, PM goes on national TV to explain government's position.
Samana Photirak explains
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 20/01/2011
» The Bangkok Post gets an exclusive interview with the leader of the Santi Asoke sect currently protesting outside Government House.
TPN leaders arrested
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 19/01/2011
» The Thai Patriots Network march to petition His Majesty the King was overshadowed yesterday by the arrest of two of its leaders.
Bail granted, but not for all
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 14/01/2011
» Two of the seven detained Thais were released on bail yesterday with three more expected today, leaving unlucky Veera Somkwamkid and Ratree Pipatanapaiboon behind.
"Striking where it hurts"
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 13/01/2011
» The Thai Patriots Network is threatening to close a border checkpoint in Sa Kaeo to press for the release of seven Thais in a Cambodian jail.
Acting tough, Talking tough
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 11/01/2011
» The Cambodian Court has shown no sympathy for the seven detained Thais and Prime Minister Hun Sen says he won't help them out.